The Davao Bloggers Society's 2024 year-end gala was undoubtedly enjoyable, unforgettable, and stunning. Members, visitors, and even onlookers were amazed at the celebration's elegance, significance, and extravagance.
The celebration, which took place at the Home Crest Hotel, showcased Filipino customs and culture while embracing modernity. Under the direction of DBS Special Events Director Jexx Hinggo, the venue was decorated with elegant Pinoy trinkets, decorations, and embellishments. The event space's exquisite decoration left everyone in awe. It was never too much for the entire DBS community, as it served as a means of expressing gratitude for another prosperous year and honoring the company's and its people's accomplishments and achievements.
Hosted by the ever-so-charismatic Kai del Corro, the program was packed with exciting activities, heartfelt moments, and of course, fortunes of raffled prizes. Now, letβs take a look at the highlights of the party.
Opening, Year-end Review, and Cheers Awards
With deep appreciation, DBS Treasurer Jade Factura led the DBS community in prayer to begin the celebration. The Bago Gallera Performing Arts Guild's inaugural Filipiniana performance then got things off to a great start. All of the DBS members, dressed in contemporary Filipiniana fashion, strode into the ballroom following the performance. Both the judges and the audience were impressed by the DBS members' outstanding performances, which included everything from fashionable gowns and modern costumes to elaborately embroidered barongs. As they competed for the Best Dressed Awards, they proudly displayed their ensembles.
With deep appreciation, DBS Treasurer Jade Factura led the DBS community in prayer to begin the celebration. The Bago Gallera Performing Arts Guild's inaugural Filipiniana performance then got things off to a great start. All of the DBS members, dressed in contemporary Filipiniana fashion, strode into the ballroom following the performance. Both the judges and the audience were impressed by the DBS members' outstanding performances, which included everything from fashionable gowns and modern costumes to elaborately embroidered barongs. As they competed for the Best Dressed Awards, they proudly displayed their ensembles.
The 2024 DBS Year-end Review, which looked back at the DBS milestones and recollections of the previous year, was then presented by Vice President for Internal Affairs Clea Banal. Everyone felt sentimental and proud of the incredible community they had created after seeing the video presentation. Six exceptional DBS membersβGoin Pineda, Michael Cael, Near Chua, Glenn Magallano, Bench Payla, and James Anunciadoβwere honored for their steadfast commitment to the organization at the Cheers Awards, which came after. The essence of #DBStheBest is embodied by these members.
Watch the 2024 DBS Yearend Review here.
The Best Dressed Awards
All members, including the officers and Board of Trustees, participated in the Pinoy Glam Gala, making the annual Best Dressed Award, Elegance in Tradition: A DBS Filipino Christmas Celebration, particularly memorable. Three members of the Sox Bloggers, who also judged the prize, were waiting to be summoned.
Crewenna El Alid, who never shied away from showing off her accomplishments, won the Binibini ng Kariktan (Best Dressed Female) award. Her embellishments gave the entire ensemble a hint of glitz, while her form-fitting sheath dress highlighted her body. According to the judges, she presented herself in an extremely elegant manner that no one could ever surpass.
Davao Blog Awards 2024: Nominees Who Shine Through Native Content
The following was the Davao Blog Awards (DBA) 2024, as is customary for DBS Christmas celebrations. The three sections of the DBA ceremony, which was co-presented by Cebu Pacific Air and foodpanda, each highlighted the candidates and recipients for providing the greatest content over the previous 12 months. In their presentation of the awards, the DBA Committee, Andrew dela Serna, NeP-C Ledesma, Pau Balayon, and Athina Inting-Angliongto stressed that the honor was bestowed upon bloggers and content producers who demonstrated their capacity to generate native and evergreen content, as well as the significance of regular native posting and niche relevance.
The Davao Blog Awardees are as follows:
Cebu Pacific Air Davao Blogger of the Year: Jose Manuel Lim
foodpanda Social Media Star of the Year: Rafael Romano
A Touching Closing
The Elegance in Tradition: A DBS Filipino Christmas Celebration wouldnβt be without the effort of the officers, headed by DBS President extraordinaire Gem Tadefa. Without a doubt, the president lives and breathes DBS. Hence, he was so touched that the event was a resounding success that he thanked all who had become part of itβfrom the sponsors, his fellow officers, to the guests and members who have contributed to what has become DBS today.
Visit DBS TV, the official YouTube channel to check the official highlights and full coverage of the event.
Supportive Sponsors
No one who attended the event went home empty. The DBS year-end party has accumulated several raffle prizes with the support of the organizationβs beloved sponsors.
Co-presentors: PLDT Home, foodpanda, and Cebu Pacific Air
Gold Sponsor: Home Credit
Silver Sponsor: Home Crest Hotel
Bronze Sponsors: Maya, Power Mac Center, Ripple8, Smart Communications, and Xiaomi Philippines
Contributors: ASUS PH and HONOR PH Donors: Centaur Marketing, Club Samal Resorts, Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, COMCO Mundo League of Enterprises, DC Shoes, DM&A Co., HATASU, Malagos Garden Resort, Mang Inasal, Metrobank, NCCC Department Store, Red Planet Hotels Philippines, Seda Hotels, SM Supermalls, Travel Club, Uratex, Universal Robina Corporation, Apol ni Lola Delicacies, and YAMAHA.
Donations: Barracks Barbers and Shaves, Bawk Bawk Chicken, iScreamery Davao, MySkin Origins, Rooftop Cafe Bar, and Starbucks Philippines.
The Davao Bloggers Society thanks their sponsors, partners, and friends for being instrumental in helping shape the organizationβs vision, mission, and core values. The year 2024 has been a fruitful year not only for DBS and its members but also for the other communities it has touched.
Stay tuned for more updates about DBS. There is so much more in store for next year.
For more information, please contact:
NepC Ledesma | Vice President for External Affairs
Gem Tadefa | President
Davao Bloggers Society: pr@davaobloggers.org
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